A married couple in their late 80s tragically lost their lives as tornadoes tore through Indiana, leaving their family grieving for the loss of what they described as a "tough old guy and sweet old lady."
The victims, identified as great-grandparents Ed Kozlowski, 89, and Arlene Kozlowski, 86, were fatally struck by a tornado that hit their home in Lake Village, a small town in northwestern Indiana with a population of less than 800, according to officials and family members.
Steve Rhefeldt, a son-in-law of the couple, shared fond memories of Ed and Arlene, describing them as "wonderful human beings" who also had four children and seven grandchildren.
The Kozlowskis are believed to have succumbed to blunt force trauma as their home was destroyed by the tornado. An autopsy to confirm the cause of death is scheduled for Friday.
The couple had been looking forward to celebrating Ed's 90th birthday at their now-demolished home where they had shared many years together.
The severe storms that struck Lake Village on Monday night resulted in significant damage to the area, with Newton County officials reporting over 100 buildings damaged and more than 30 destroyed in the aftermath.
Steven Travis, a resident of Lake Village, recounted the terrifying experience of witnessing the tornado tearing through his street, prompting him to seek shelter in a closet as his home was devastated.
The destructive tornadoes that ravaged parts of Indiana and Illinois left a trail of destruction, highlighting the devastating impact of natural disasters on communities in the region.
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